How Are Government Documents Preserved in Saudi Arabia?

In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the National Center for Archives and Records is responsible for preserving government documents and archives using internationally recognized scientific methods. These efforts aim to prevent deterioration and facilitate access when needed. The methods include:

- Sterilization:

The center receives documents from government entities for sterilization, a process that involves cleaning documents of damage and corrosion agents such as insects and microscopic fungi, and halting their activity that causes document decay. The documents are then stored in a climate-controlled environment.

- Restoration:

Documents that are to be archived and have been damaged due to poor storage conditions or natural factors undergo restoration procedures. These procedures follow internationally recognized scientific methods aimed at preserving documents.

- Classification and coding:

Documents designated for preservation are classified and coded for government entities according to the Law of Documents and Archives, and its regulations. They are also indexed to allow for easy retrieval when needed.

- Destruction of documents designated for disposal in accordance with regulations.